Car accident settlements in Virginia begin when you file a claim with the at-fault driver’s auto insurance company, providing details of your injuries, property damage, and other losses. The insurer will then investigate your claim and assess the circumstances of the crash before making a settlement offer. Understanding how the settlement process works can help […]
If you were injured in a D.C. Uber accident, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit against the rideshare company in certain cases. You should speak to a knowledgeable car accident attorney who can investigate your case to determine whether the Uber driver, the company, or both might be liable for your losses. Injuries […]
Determining who is at fault in a Washington DC left-turn car accident will be crucial in seeking the compensation you need and deserve. Depending on the circumstances of the collision, either the driver turning left or the driver going straight could be at fault. The best way to prove that the other driver was primarily […]
According to the Insurance Information Institute*, the average car accident settlement amount for bodily injury claims in the Washington DC area is $24,000. However, that statistic fails to tell the whole story. There is no “typical” car accident settlement amount. The value of a car accident settlement depends on a case’s specific facts and circumstances, […]
Washington DC follows a modified “no-fault” approach to car accidents. If you suffered injuries in a car accident, your auto insurance should cover your medical bills and lost income, regardless of who caused the accident. However, in some situations, you may file a legal claim against the other driver (or drivers) involved in the crash […]
The Washington DC Dram Shop law lets you sue a business if they served an intoxicated person or minor who then caused an accident that injured you. The law not only lets you seek compensation, but it also lets you hold those who contribute to drunk driving crashes accountable. The Washington DC drunk driving accident […]
Washington DC requires all registered car owners to have certain amounts of auto liability insurance and uninsured motorist coverage. DC also requires auto insurers to offer personal injury protection insurance, which covers medical expenses for the driver and passengers regardless of fault. Other optional coverages are also available. You may be entitled to hold the […]
Unfortunately, far too often, people think they can handle a Washington DC car accident claim on their own and come away with less compensation than they deserve. Consider allowing an attorney with experience handling car accident cases to help you manage your claim for several reasons. A personal injury attorney can thoroughly investigate your auto […]
It’s not illegal to drive barefoot in Virginia or any other state. For safety concerns, most state transportation departments recommend you wear foot protection. However, no federal or state laws require you to wear shoes when driving a car. If you want, you can drive in bare feet. However, driving your car barefoot presents several […]
Following too closely behind another vehicle, or tailgating is one of the most common causes of car accidents in Virginia and across the country. Rear-end accidents often lead to serious injuries, including whiplash, even when they occur at a slow speed. For this reason, drivers should always keep a safe distance between their cars and […]
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